 Pittsfield Mulling Ways to Rein In Offensive Public CommentWhite said this matter may come before the council and is within its jurisdiction.  Dalton Chief: Budget Cuts Would Affect Staffing, Response TimesPolice Chief Deanna Strout warned Monday night that significant cuts to her budget would mean losing officers, K-9s and community policing programs.  Letter: Berkshire Health Systems Celebrates Employee MonthThis month, I invite you all to join me in thanking the BHS team for their work to advance health and wellness for everyone in our community.  Letter: Hope, Integrity, and the Challenge of Speaking Up in DaltonRobert believes in taking the high road. He consistently avoided misinformation, personal attacks, or political theatrics, and encouraged others to do the same. Hoosac Valley Hopes New Math Program Boosts ScoresAfter a yearlong pilot, the Grades kindergarten through 8 will switch to McGraw Hill's Reveal Math. The schools had been using Great Minds' Eureka and its Math 2 program was part of the pilot. Dalton Election Results Are AccurateIf a voter was not on the list, they were referred to the town clerk, warden, or assistant warden, who explained that one must vote where they reside. Scholarship Offered to BArT GraduatesThe application deadline is Wednesday, May 28, 2025.  Triplex Cinema Screens 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' Free for Premium MembersPremium members can reserve tickets, and the public can purchase tickets, at www.thetriplex.org. Pittsfield Sees Rise in Potential School Committee CandidatesInterest for a seat on the School Committee has boomed as the community continues to ask for more answers on the Pittsfield High School investigation.  The Mount's Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition Opens May 24Sculpture at The Mount showcases a dynamic mix of emerging and established artists, presenting a diverse array of works placed throughout the property's woods, gardens, and grounds.  First Congregational Church North Adams Appoints New PastorThe First Congregational Church North Adams has called Reverend Suzy Aja Burba to serve as its new pastor. Reverend Burba's background includes a focus on ministry, pastoral care, and environmental justice, and she is expected to begin her new role in June.  Family Movement Workshop Scheduled at Mass MoCATickets for the workshop are priced at $5 in advance, and admission is free for museum members. Pittsfield Announces Community Bike Ride for Berkshire Bike MonthParticipants are invited to arrive at 9:30 a.m. for bike decorating and safety checks.  Smoking Ban, Airbnb Limits Put to Williamstown Town Meeting MembersThe age-old tension between individual liberties and the common good will be in play when residents convene for the annual town meeting on Thursday evening at Mount Greylock Regional School. Dalton Safety Facility Committee 'Taps Brakes' on Property DiscussionsWith the failure of Article 13 at the annual town meeting, the First Street site for a proposed police facility is no longer being considered.  BEAT's Kids in Kayaks Program ReturnsKids in Kayaks is sponsored and organized by Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Pittsfield, MA.  Devanny-Condron Funeral Home Ending Over 100-Year LegacyDevanny-Condron Funeral Home will close next week after more than 100 years of serving mourning local families. MassWildlife: Brake for TurtlesFrom mid-May to early July, thousands of turtles throughout Massachusetts travel to new areas to find food and nest. Clarksburg Total Budget for FY26 Up 5.6%The annual town meeting will be presented a total budget for fiscal 2026 of $5,386,082, up $286,598 or 5.6 percent over this year.  Berkshire South Regional Community Center Welcomes New Member to Board of TrusteesHe is currently working as a sales and marketing consultant, helping for-profit and nonprofit organizations grow through strategic planning, performance marketing, and organizational development. BCC to Hold Mental Health First Aid TrainingEnrollment is capped at 20 students per session.  Ghost Tour at Ventfort HallThe tour will take place on Saturday, May 24, at 10 pm. This is not an active investigation. Governor Announces Funding to Enhance Transit in Berkshire CountyThe Berkshire Regional Transit Authority was awarded funding for two fully accessible vehicles, and the South County Connector received funding for one fully accessible vehicle.  Triplex Cinema to Host Free Screening of 'The Land of Azaba' with Director Q&AThe Triplex Cinema is a nonprofit organization that offers a diverse range of films and thematic programming to the community. Pittsfield Public Camping Ban Sparks Outrage at Council MeetingA proposal to ban public camping ran into pushback from residents and councilors last week. |
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